wtb - center cap key

atomicmecha

atomicmecha

I hate rust
my key to take those odd bolts out so i can remove the center caps has rounded out. and i need a new one. i'm unsure if a gmc dealer can order me one or not and have no idea what they would charge. does anyone have an extra they are willing to sell or know where i can get one made?
 
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blue83z

Donating Member
Re: wtb - center cap key

I have replacement stainless steel allen head bolts if you need them.

At one point I thought I had a thread, but didnt immediately see it.

$20 for set shipped.
 
atomicmecha

atomicmecha

I hate rust
Re: wtb - center cap key

need the key to get the current ones out first... once i get them out i thought about just going and getting some new bolts that have a more "common" head or something.


I'd rather not drill them out...
 
13Pelle

13Pelle

Active member
Re: wtb - center cap key

The keys are still available to purchase new. There are only a 3 or 4 patterns that were used. It has been discussed a few time before on the site. I know I have poated a link a time or two before.
 
leadfoot

leadfoot

Member
Re: wtb - center cap key

If you do not have the key card, you send one of the bolts to mcGuard, the will match a key and send that and your bolt back to you. They may even send you a loaner key if you send the bolt.

The newer nut/lug type key works better because you can put it in with the aid of a lug wrench or socket. (allows you to apply force when trying to back it out)

These lug type keys are better then the t- handle ones that came with the truck.IMO :2cents:

Here is their reorder page:

http://www.mcgard.com/index.php/customer-service/replacement-parts-ordering-information

good luck :tup:
 
atomicmecha

atomicmecha

I hate rust
Re: wtb - center cap key

leadfoot said:
If you do not have the key card, you send one of the bolts to mcGuard, the will match a key and send that and your bolt back to you. They may even send you a loaner key if you send the bolt.

The newer nut/lug type key works better because you can put it in with the aid of a lug wrench or socket. (allows you to apply force when trying to back it out)

These lug type keys are better then the t- handle ones that came with the truck.IMO :2cents:

Here is their reorder page:

http://www.mcgard.com/index.php/customer-service/replacement-parts-ordering-information

good luck :tup:
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Not really an option... I don't have the key card and cant get any of the center cap nuts out atm.


Need to either find a replacement key or I'm going to have to figure out how to drill them out without damaging the center cap...


If it helps any, this is the pattern I have:
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syclone 1092

syclone 1092

SyTy.net Pea Shooter
Re: wtb - center cap key

If you email Mcgard a picture of the pattern and tell them the year and make of the vehicle they will mail you a replacement wheel tool from Orchard Park, NY. for around $15.00 or so.
 
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SyTyAddict

SyTyAddict

Member
Re: wtb - center cap key

You're not going to get anywhere trying to drill them, they're very hard. If you don't have time to wait for a key, stick the end of a flathead screwdriver in one of the flat spots of the key recess and spin it out. If they're really tight, you can spin them out with a punch and hammer by hitting it in a counter clockwise direction.
 
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